Fall 2016 OLLI Catalog

“Lifelong learning 

is a shared adventure” 

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 

at CSU Dominguez Hills 

Fall 2016 Course Catalog September-December


at CSU Dominguez Hills 

A Taste of OLLI 

Fall 2016 Osher Lecture Series 

CSUDH Osher Lifelong Learning 

Institute (OLLI at CSUDH) is a learningin-retirement 

organization for individuals 

50+. Faculty from CSU Dominguez Hills 

present lectures on an exciting variety of 

topics at community centers in Carson, 

Manhattan Beach, Torrance and the 

CSUDH campus. Participation in the lectures 

is included with OLLI’s annual membership 

of $30. 

Explore the pleasure of 

learning with OLLI at CSUDH 

OLLI classes, workshops, and discussion 

groups, on topics ranging from opera to 

aging, tennis to Tennison, and economics to 

iPads, are available on campus in Carson on 

a fee per class basis. Learning takes place in 

a supportive university environment with no 

tests or grades. And peer-led courses are 

offered through OLLI’s Omnilore program 

at our Redondo Beach classrooms. 

To join OLLI at CSUDH 

or to learn more about the 

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, 

call the OLLI office at (310) 243-3208, 

visit our website at www.csudh.edu/olli. 

or visit our office at California State 

University, Dominguez Hills 

College of Extended & International 

Education 

1000 E. Victoria Street, WH A-127 

Carson, CA 90747 

Fall 2016 Osher Lecture Series 

Tuesdays in 

TORRANCE 

3:30 pm-5:30 pm 

Levy Adult 

Center 

3420 W. 229th Place 

Torrance, CA 90505 

September 13 

Live Long and Prosper 

September 27 

Shopping & 

Conducting 

Business Online 

October 11 

Work and the Art 

of Living 

October 25 

How to Avoid Scams 

November 29 

The Age of 

Interpretation 

Wednesdays in 

CARSON 

10 am-12 pm 

California State 

University, 

Dominguez Hills 

Extended Education 

Auditorium, EE-1213 

1000 East Victoria Street 


September 14 

Local Government 

Today & Tomorrow 

September 28 

12:30pm – 2:00pm 

Islamic Art 

October 12 

Desktop Super 

Computers 

October 26 

12:30pm – 2:00pm 

The History of 

Classical Music 

November 9 

Cyber Security 

Fridays in 

MANHATTAN BEACH 

10 am-12 pm 

Joslyn Community 

Center 

1601 N. Valley Drive 

Manhattan Beach, 

CA 90266 

September 9 

Gavels, then Guns 

September 23 

Opportunities for 

International Travel 

October 7 

A Poetry Slam 

with Joslyn’s 

Poetry Circle 

October 21 

Building Cultures 

of Peace 

November 4 

Live Long and 

Prosper 

For current OLLI members, there is no charge, but registration is required. 

“Lifelong learning is a shared adventure”

OLLI Fall 2016 

OLLI Open Houses & 

Orientations 

Join us at an OLLI open house to learn more 

about lifelong learning for retired and semiretired 

adults. For more information on 

OLLI at CSUDH visit www.csudh.edu/olli 

or call (310) 243-3208. 

OLLI Open House 

OLLI members are welcome to invite friends to the Open 

House. This is your opportunity to learn about membership in 

the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and to find out how to 

register for classes. Light refreshments will be served. 

• Tuesday, August 30 10:00am – 12:00pm 

CSUDH Campus, Auditorium EE-1213 

(RSVP to (310) 243-3208, or by email to 

olli@csudh.edu by August 23, 2016) 

• Registration Drop-off 

You can drop off your registration after this event 

from 12:00pm to 1:00 pm. 

OLLI’s Peer-Led Program (Omnilore) Orientation 

• Thursday, October 27 and Tuesday, November 29 

1:30pm 

Beach Cities Health Center, Lower Level Suites A & B 

514 N. Prospect Ave., Redondo Beach, CA 90277 

RSVP to (310) 215-1848 

www.omnilore.org 

Directions and parking information will be provided. 

Table of Contents 

Open House........................................ 1 

OLLI Contact Information.................... 2 

Dean’s Welcome................................. 2 

OLLI Membership Information..........3-4 

Osher Lecture Series.....................5-8 

OLLI Classes at CSUDH................9-30 

Art, Culture & Language........10-11 

Health & Wellness..................12-16 

Science & Technology ................. 17 

Computer Workshops............18-19 

Business and Finance.............20-21 

Discussion Groups..................22-24 

Field Trips...............................25-27 

Special Events........................28-30 

Peer-Led (Omnilore)..................31-44 

University Courses 

for OLLI Members.................... 45 

Instructors and Lecturers..............46-47 

Chronological List of Courses.......48-52 

OLLI Volunteers and Sponsors........... 53 

Directions and Parking...................... 54 

Extended Ed Classroom Map............. 55 

CSUDH Campus Map........................ 56 

OLLI is now on Facebook! 


at Cal State University Dominguez Hills 

www.facebook.com/csudholli 

Osher Lecture Series —South Bay 

www.facebook.com/OsherLecture 

Social Tennis for Seniors 

www.facebook.com/groups/ 

OLLISocialTennis 

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OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE (OLLI) 

Contact Information 

Osher Lifelong 

Learning Institute (OLLI) 

California State University, 


College of Extended & 

International Education 

Welch Hall A-127 



OLLI Office: (310) 243-3208 

OLLI Registration: (310) 243-3741 

Extended Education Building 

Website: www.csudh.edu/olli 

Email: olli@csudh.edu 

Registration Office Hours: 

Monday-Thursday 8:30am – 8:00pm 

Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm 

Saturday 8:30am – 1:00pm 

Sunday Closed 

Bernard and Barbro Osher 

Bernard Osher Foundation 

The CSUDH Osher Lifelong Learning 

Institute is funded in part by a generous 

grant from the Bernard Osher Foundation. 

The Bernard Osher Foundation 

funds a national network of OLLIs 

located at 119 colleges and universities 

throughout the United States. 

www.osher.net 


At California State University, Dominguez Hills 

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute 

offers a unique opportunity for individuals 

who consider lifelong learning 

an integral part of retirement. Our 

program (known as OLLI at CSUDH) 

consists of a range of experiences 

including study groups, lecture series, 

cultural experiences, workshops, special events and travel. 

All adults are welcome to join OLLI at CSUDH. The organization 

is designed primarily for individuals 50 years of age 

or more. Courses and activities listed in this catalog respond 

to the requests and interests of OLLI members who desire 

to learn from each other as well as from University professors 

and community leaders. Learning occurs in a 

supportive environment without grades, tests or requirements. 

Additional benefits of OLLI membership include 

access to the University library, bookstore discounts, a 

student identification card, and newsletters. 

OLLI members represent all walks of life, a wide range of 

experience and diverse backgrounds. Under the guidance of 

the College of Extended & International Education, members 

work together to build the OLLI organization by volunteering 

for OLLI committees. Individuals also lead or facilitate classes 

and workshops. There are plenty of opportunities for selfexpression, 

involvement and personal enrichment. 

Become a part of the CSUDH family by joining OLLI at 

CSUDH. We believe you will be energized by the mutual 

support that such learning communities offer. I have always 

believed in the concept of “K-80” education and OLLI at 

CSUDH provides the perfect vehicle for lifelong learning. 

Cordially, 

J. Kim McNutt, M.A. 

Dean, College of Extended & International Education 

2 OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE @ CSU DOMINGUEZ HILLS

OLLI MEMBERSHIP 

Lifelong Learning at CSUDH is a membership 

organization for those individuals age 50+ 

who are seeking intellectual and social 

activities. These activities include short 

courses on a variety of topics, peer-led 

courses, discussion groups, field trips, 

computer workshops, social gatherings 

and campus cultural events. Learning takes 

place in a supportive environment without concern for grades, 

tests, or requirements. 

OLLI at CSUDH Membership Benefits 

OLLI Members enjoy many benefits inherent in student status. 

• Attend the popular Osher Lecture Series 

• Participate in discussion groups on a variety of topics each term 

• Enroll in special interest, technology and other workshops 

designed for lifelong learners 

• Attend short courses and participate in field trips 

• Receive notifications by mail or email about campus events 

• Receive CSUDH Student ID card for library privileges and 

bookstore discounts 

• Meet in state-of-the-art classrooms 

• Receive an OLLI catalog each semester 

• Participate in University and other selected Extended Education 

programs for reduced rates 

• Become involved in determining OLLI curriculum and events 

• Meet like-minded adults in a supportive learning 

environment 

• Email account at ToroMail 

Become a member! 

You can become an OLLI member by 

calling (310) 243-3741 or completing 

the membership portion of the 

registration form in this catalog. 

Fee: Annual OLLI membership is $30. 

This includes the Osher Lecture Series 

and other benefits. Some OLLI activities 

have additional nominal fees. These 

include OLLI courses, field trip fee, 

computer courses and the peer-led 

(Omnilore) program. 

Meeting Times – Dates and times 

for courses are listed with course 

descriptions in this schedule. 

Course Registration – In this catalog 

members will find many courses, 

programs and special activities. 

Fees are listed with the courses. 

Registration for courses listed in this 

catalog is available to OLLI members. 

To enroll in these courses complete 

the tear-out registration form (gold 

pages) in this catalog and mail with 

payment. 

A Note About our Peer-led 

Program (Omnilore) 

Registration in our Omnilore courses 

in Redondo Beach requires attendance 

at an orientation prior to registration. 

Visit www.omnilore.org or call 

(310) 215-1848 for more information 

Become a Member or Renew Your OLLI Membership 

To participate in OLLI courses your membership must be current, which includes the Fall, Spring and 

Summer semesters. The cost is only $30 for an annual membership. If your membership has lapsed, 

please sign up as soon as possible. If you aren’t sure whether your membership is current, call the 

OLLI office at (310) 243-3208. Please make checks payable to CSUDH. 


OLLI at CSUDH 

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at CSUDH 

Fall 2016 Programs and Activities 

In this catalog, programs and activities for OLLI members at the 

CSUDH campus are listed in the following categories: 

Parking at CSUDH 

Annual Parking Passes are available 

to OLLI Members for only $20.00. 

Call the OLLI office at (310) 243-3208 

for details. 

Please be aware that there is a daily 

charge of $6 to park on campus. Daily 

parking permits can be purchased at 

one of the many yellow boxes near the 

parking lots using cash, debit or credit 

card. Permits must be displayed faceup 

on your dashboard. 

Visit the OLLI website at www.csudh. 

edu/olli to find out about carpooling 

or taking public transportation to the 

campus. 

• Lecture Series – Series of presentations by CSUDH professors 

on a topic or theme suggested by OLLI members. Fall and Spring 

semesters only! 

• Courses – OLLI courses are a series of classroom meetings 

organized around a topic and led by an instructor. Additional fees 

and/or waivers may apply. 

• Discussion Groups – Discussions are often conducted in 

conjunction with a video or film, and facilitated by a discussion 

leader. Additional fees may apply. 

• Computer Workshops – Computer workshops include presentations 

on various computer applications and their uses. Classes 

meet in two modern computer labs with ample opportunity for 

hands-on practice. Additional fees may apply. 

• Field Trips – Members visit local museums, gardens, and 

historic sites. 

• Peer-led (Omnilore) – This program consists of study/discussion 

groups in which each member participates by presenting a topic 

related to the subject under study. Additional fees apply. OLLI 

members must attend an Omnilore orientation prior to registering 

for a peer-led class. See Peer-led section on pages 31-44 for more 

information, visit www.omnilore.org or call (310) 215-1848. 

New and Renewing OLLI Members 

Save The Date! 

• OLLI Open House & Fall Registration Drop-off 

(See page 1) 

Tuesday, August 30 

Open House (Auditorium EE-1213): 

10:00am – 12:00pm 

Drop-off: 12:00pm – 1:00pm 


Osher 

Lecture Series 

A Taste of OLLI 

CSUDH, Manhattan Beach, Torrance 

Many faculty members of California 

State University, Dominguez Hills 

present to OLLI members on a variety 

of fascinating and challenging topics. 

The Osher Lectures are held in three 

different locations to make it more 

accessible to those who may not live 

near campus. OLLI members may 

attend any or all of the lectures in the 

series. Please send in a registration 

form indicating which lecture series 

you plan to attend so that we can 

have an approximate count. 

“Friends don’t let 

friends miss out 

on OLLI…” 


OSHER LECTURE SERIES at CSUDH 

5 Wednesdays 

This series is presented at 



Extended Education Auditorium, 

EE-1213 



About the series 

The Fall 2016 CSUDH Series features 

CSUDH faculty presenting recent research 

in their fields of expertise. You 

will learn how CSUDH faculty research 

is affecting communities locally and 

globally. Emerging issues will be related 

to applications and real life examples. 

This is an opportunity to ask the experts 

in a relaxed and collegial setting. 

Free to OLLI members 

For current OLLI members, there is no 

charge, but registration is required. 

NLLL 420 Section 01 

Course No 43292 

September 14, 2016 

10:00am-12:00pm 

Local Government Today and Tomorrow 

Gilbert D. “Gil” Smith, Ph.D., Founder, former mayor and 

councilmember of the City of Carson, CSUDH Founders’ Award 


12:30 – 2:00pm 

Islamic Art 

Dr. Sophia Momand, M.D. Staff Physician, Board Certified in Family 

Practice, Student Health and Psychological Services, CSUDH 

October 12, 2016 

10:00am-12:00pm 

Desktop Super Computers: 

Reshaping the Computing Landscape 

Amlan Chatterjee, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, 

Computer Science Department, CSUDH 


12:30 – 2:00pm 

The History of Classical Music 

from the Renaissance to Modern Times 

Dr. Sophia Momand, M.D. Staff Physician, Board Certified in Family 

Practice, Student Health and Psychological Services, CSUDH 

(Optional field trip to a free symphony orchestra performance. 

See page 30) 

November 9, 2016 

Cyber Security 

10:00am-12:00pm 

Mohsen Beheshti, Ph.D., Chair, 

Computer Science Department, CSUDH 


OSHER LECTURE SERIES at Manhattan Beach 


Gavels, then Guns: Vigilantism and 

Romanticized Violence on the Great Plains 

Matthew S Luckett, Ph.D., Coordinator, HUX Legacy Program, 

Lecturer, Department of History, CSUDH 


Opportunities for International Travel: 

Special Resources to Stay Safe while Abroad 

Gary Rhodes, Ph.D., Associate Dean, International Education 

& Senior International Officer CEIE, CSUDH & Director, 

Center for Global Education 


A Poetry Slam with Joslyn’s Poetry Circle 

Patricia Cherin, Ph.D., Emeritus Faculty, 

Interdisciplinary Studies, CSUDH 


Building Cultures of Peace based on 

Holistic Evolutionary Aspects of Peace 

and Non-Violence 

Linda Groff, Ph.D., Emeritus Faculty, Political Science Department, 

CSUDH 


Live Long and Prosper: Gumbo Talks with 

Askia Muwwakkil — Fine Wine 

Askia Muwwakkil, Holistic Practitioner & Motivational Speaker 

Fridays, 10:00am-12:00pm 

This series is presented at the 

Joslyn Community Center 


Manhattan Beach CA 90266 


The Fall 2016 Manhattan Beach 

Series features CSUDH faculty 

presenting recent research in their 

fields of expertise. You will learn how 

CSUDH faculty research is affecting 

communities locally and globally. 

Emerging issues will be related to 

applications and real life examples. 

This is an opportunity to ask the 

experts in a relaxed and 

collegial setting. 







OSHER LECTURE SERIES at Torrance 

This series is presented at the 

Levy Adult Center 

3420 W. 229th Place 

Torrance, CA 90505 


The Fall 2016 Torrance Series features 

CSUDH faculty presenting recent research 

in their fields of expertise. You 

will learn how CSUDH faculty research 

is affecting communities locally and 

globally. Emerging issues will be related 

to applications and real life examples. 

This is an opportunity to ask the experts 

in a relaxed and collegial setting. 






Tuesdays, 3:30am-5:30pm 


Live Long and Prosper: Gumbo Talks with 

Askia Muwwakkil — Fine Wine 

Askia Muwwakkil, Holistic Practitioner & Motivational Speaker 


Shopping and Conducting Business Online 

Judy Jones, OLLI member, Adjunct Professor, 

San Diego Community College District 


Work and the Art of Living 

Stephen Sloane, Ph.D., Emeritus Faculty and 

Dean at Saint Mary’s College of CA, OLLI Member 


How to Avoid Scams in Person, Online 

and the Telephone 

Judy Jones, OLLI member, Adjunct Professor, 

San Diego Community College District 


The Age of Interpretation 

Brian Gregor, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Philosophy, CSUDH 


OLLI Classes, 

Workshops and 

Activities 

California State University 

Dominguez Hills in Carson 

Many classes, workshops and 

discussion groups take place on the 

campus of California State University 

Dominguez Hills in Carson. In addition 

to modern classroom buildings and 

a dedicated computer lab, the University 

has many resources which include 

a library, food court, restaurant, and 

bookstore. Involvement in University 

activities is one of the many benefits 

of OLLI. 


ART, CULTURE & LANGUAGE 

Lecturer: Chet Hanley 

Lecturer for DHTV at CSUDH 

6 Thursdays 

October 13, 20, 27 

November 3, 10, 17 

10:00am – 12:30pm 

Extended Education Building, EE-1205 

Fee: Free to OLLI members 


Course No. 43220 

Classic Jazz 101 

This six session series of presentations examines the world of Jazz, 

with an emphasis on the period from the Swing Era to the present 

through the eyes and ears of an avid listener and aficionado. 

Featured will be audio and video selections, discussions of the 

music (the content will usually take a thematic approach), the 

performers, and the literature. These sessions will be geared to 

the casual listener as well as the confirmed Jazz enthusiast. 

Upcoming Field Trip 


• The Long Beach 

Museum of Art, 

Thursday, December 15 

11:00am – 12:00pm 

(See page 25 for details) 

Session #1: October 13 

Introduction, overview, and audio/video examples of themes to be 

profiled 


From swing to bebop: a revolutionary/evolutionary transition 


Beyond bebop; the saxophonists 

Session #4: November 3 

The rhythm section: pianists, bassists, and drummers 


The brass cats; trumpeters, trombonists, etc. 


The vocalists; final thoughts... 




Upcoming Special Event 


• A Taste of OLLI Celebration, 


1:00pm - 4:00pm 



ART, CULTURE & LANGUAGE 

Let’s Read a Play! 

No stage or acting experience required! Join us for the opportunity 

to polish up your dramatic skills. Our director, Maria Ruiz, will 

introduce the authors and theater history before readings begin. 

We invite you to become a part of this interesting and interactive 

approach to enjoy a play. Expect some lively discussion 

about meaning and context. 

2 Thursdays, September 22 & 29 

Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, by Tennessee 

Williams, won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama 

in 1955. Set in the Mississippi Delta on the 

plantation of a wealthy cotton tycoon, the 

play examines the relationships among members 

of his family, primarily between his son 

Brick and Brick’s wife, Maggie the “Cat.” The 

play features several recurring motifs, such as 

social mores, greed, superficiality, mendacity, 

decay, sexual desire, repression, and death. 

2 Wednesdays, October 5 & 12 

The Importance of Being Earnest, 

A Trivial Comedy for Serious People, 

by Oscar Wilde, is a farcical comedy in which 

the protagonists maintain fictitious personae 

to escape burdensome social obligations. 

Working within the social conventions of late 

Victorian London, the play’s major themes are 

the triviality with which society treats institutions 

as serious as marriage, and the resulting 

satire of Victorian ways. Its witty dialogue has 

made it Wilde’s most enduringly popular play. 

2 Mondays, November 21 & 28 

Glengarry Glen Ross, by David Mamet, won 

the Pulitzer Prize in 1984. The play occurs 

during parts of two days in the lives of four 

desperate Chicago real estate agents who are 

prepared to engage in any number of unethical, 

illegal acts—from lies and flattery to 

bribery, threats, intimidation and burglary— 

to sell undesirable real estate to unwitting 

prospective buyers. The title refers to two real 

estate properties: Glengarry Highlands and 

Glen Ross Farms. 

Instructor and Facilitator: Maria Ruiz 

OLLI member; a District Toastmasters 

Qualified Speaker; and the “drama 

guru” at the Joslyn Center. She also 

directs and produces at the Dramatic 

Readers Theater in two South Bay 

locations. 

6 Classes, meeting on: 

Thursday, September 22 & 29 

Wednesday, October 5 & 12 

Monday, November 21 & 28 

10:00am - 12:00pm 


Fee: $20 





• Fall Poetry Slam 

at the Joslyn Center, 

Thursday, October 7 

10:00am – 12:00pm 



HEALTH AND WELLNESS 

NOTE: OLLI is pleased to offer Social Tennis for Seniors, Crocheting for Health, Urban Hiking, and 

“Fun and Games” in conjunction with our Living Well for Older Adults Health Series to focus on learning 

experiences that optimize brain fitness and promote physical fitness through exercise and coordination. 

Have fun! 

Instructor: Donald Means, 

OLLI Member 

Donald’s Vision “We will be the 

fittest Seniors we know” 

14 Tuesdays 

September 6, 13, 20, 27; 

October 4, 11, 18, 25; 

November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

December 6 

9:00am – 11:00am 

13 Fridays 

September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

October 7, 14, 21, 28; 

November 4, 18; December 2, 9 

9:00am – 11:00am 

Practice only: 

1 Tuesday 

December 13 

9:00am – 11:00am 

1 Friday 

December 16 

9:00am – 11:00am 

CSUDH tennis courts 

Fee: $20 



Social Tennis for Seniors 

Tennis has been called the perfect sport. Come take part in our 

class and have fun, while enjoying all the excellent health benefits. 

The great thing about tennis is that anyone at any skill level 

can play. There is a moderate level of physical activity. We participate 

in light to medium stretching and warm up exercises. We 

will learn the basics of tennis, including the classic grip, forehand, 

backhand, top-spin, serve, volleys, and doubles play. To get started 

bring a tennis racket, tennis shoes, small towel, sunglasses, 

hat, and water. Class meets for 27 sessions by the CSUDH tennis 

courts and will remain available an additional week for practice. 

(Note: OLLI members are required to sign a waiver at first class 

session.) 

Save The 

Date! 

• Urban Hiking 

4 Mondays: 

October 24, 31 

November 7,14 

9:00am – 11:00am 

(See page 27) 



Casual Gardening 

In this continuing interactive class the facilitator and members are 

learning together. We will continue to hone our basic gardening 

skills, investigating soil, organic fertilizer, and garden pests. We 

will continue learning about composting and irrigation methods. 

Hands-on projects 

are growing fruits, 

vegetables and 

herbs in raised 

beds. Gardening 

is fun! Why not 

join us and enjoy 

the “fruits of your 

labor”! 

Facilitator: Eula Slater, OLLI Member 

8 Wednesdays 

September 7, 14, 21, 28 

October 5, 12, 19, 26 

1:30pm – 3:30pm 


Fee: $10 



Fun and Games 

“No experience necessary.” 

This class is just about having fun and friendship. An assortment 

of games will be provided, but class members may bring their own 

games to share. We will have on hand “brain games” along with 

such favorites as: Dominos, Scrabble, Tripoley, Rummy Tiles, Jenga, 

Cribbage, and card games, to name a few. Class will break into 

groups depending on the number of enrollees or interest in any 

particular game or games. 

Facilitator: Valerie Dingwall 


6 Fridays 

September 16, 30 


November 18 

December 2 

10:00am – 12:00pm 


Fee: Free to OLLI Members 





Presenter: Frankie Stewart, M.A. 

CSUDH Alumna and OLLI Member 

3 Thursdays 

October 13, 20, 27 

1:30pm - 3:30pm 


Fee:$15 





• Rancho Los Cerritos, 


11:00am – 12:00pm 


Aging Gracefully 

Aging is inevitable. For as many seniors who are asked about 

the process of aging there are as many different perceptions and 

answers. What positive actions can we take on this road called 

“aging”? Attitudes, decisions, choices and acceptance are but a 

few topics to consider. We will discuss and explore various 

concepts, share techniques and consider how to age gracefully 

and successfully. 

Session 1: My Health 

October 13 

• Mental, Physical, Emotional 

Health 

• Losses: Mental, Physical 

• Ability to Change 

• Loss of Control 

• Decision Making Process 

Session 2: Taking Care of Me, 

October 20 

• Diet (Weight Gain/Loss) 

• Exercise, Entertainment 

• Habits: Old and New 

• Intimacy: Companionship, 

Sexual 

• Spirituality/Religion 

Session 3: Taking Care of 

Business, October 27 

• Relationships: Family and 

Friends 

• Living Arrangements 

• Communication/Interaction 

with Others 

• Environment 

• Retirement 

• Public Image 

NEW! 

• Legacy (what will we pass on?) 

Facilitator: Eula Slater, OLLI Member 

8 Tuesdays 

October 4, 11, 18, 25 

November 1, 8, 15, 22 

1:30pm – 3:30pm 


Fee: $15 



Crocheting For Health 

Let’s complete a project for fall! Crocheting is part of our Healthy 

Living series. It stimulates our brains and can promote mental 

health by reducing stress. Class times are scheduled to allow a 

solid beginning 

in the 

art and skill 

of crocheting 

as well as for 

feedback on 

progress. 



NEW! 

I want to eat healthier—Now how 

do I get more plant-based food in my diet? 

We know that plant-based foods are good for our health. But 

how do you put together delicious, healthy and filling meals 

without meat, poultry or fish? This class will discuss plant-based 

foods and why a plant-based diet is a good idea. You will get tips 

for small changes that will have a big impact for you and for the 

environment no matter what kind of diet you prefer. As a bonus, 

you will receive recipes to try at home and websites to visit for 

even more ideas. 

After class, we 

will enjoy a 

delicious and 

nutritious 

plant-based 

lunch on 

campus at 

Café 1910. 

Presenter: Elyse Gura 


Host: Richard Chester 

Director Food Services, CSUDH 

Friday 

December 2 

10:30am – 1:00pm 


Fee: $15 

Register by Wednesday, November 23 

Limited to 30 participants 



Traveling by Air with a Disability, Health 

Issue, or Special Need 

Many individuals with disabilities are reluctant to travel by air because 

of the challenges associated in getting around the airport 

and during the flight. The US Department of Transportation has 

addressed many of these challenges by issuing regulations to all 

airlines about how they must interact with passengers who have 

disabilities. Knowing what your rights are, as well as what your 

responsibilities are as a passenger, makes traveling by air a more 

pleasant experience. During the lecture we will address your 

rights with respect 

to seating, traveling 

with a respiratory 

device, and traveling 

with a service 

animal, among 

others. There will 

also be time for 

questions and 

answers. 

Presenter: Betsey Duffes 

OLLI Member, Airline Disability Rights 

Consultant 

Wednesday 

November 16 

1:30pm - 4:00pm 

Extended Education Building EE-1205 

Fee: free to OLLI members. 





Facilitator: Eula Slater, 

OLLI Member and Registered Dietician 

4 Thursdays 

September 8, 15, 22, 29 

1:30pm - 3:30pm 


Fee: $20 



Living Well For Older Adults 

This fall we continue focusing on the DVD series: 

Food: A Cultural Culinary History, and will enjoy a guest presenter, 

Joy Jurema, speaking on Nutrition. 

DVD’S 

A Cultural Culinary History 

We continue with Professor Ken Albala, Ph.D., professor of 

History at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA, who 

“explores the history of how humans have produced, cooked, 

and consumed food—from the earliest hunting and gathering 

societies to the present.” 

September 8 The Birth of Haute Cuisine 

Elizabethan England Puritan Country Food 

September 15 Dutch Treat: Coffee, Tea, Sugar and Tobacco 

African and Aboriginal Cuisine 

September 22 Edo Japan: Samurai Dining and Zen Ascetics 

Colonial Cookery in North America 

GUEST SPEAKER 

September 29 What’s On Your Plate 

Joy Jurema, RN, MHA, Wellness Advocate and OLLI Member 

Disrupt aging for the health of it! 

The 2015 dietary guidelines are out. There is an update of “My- 

Plate” for older adults, and there are other changes. Where does 

the evidence for change come from? How do the many “other 

plates” or diets on the table, such as: Low Carb, Low Fat, MIND, 

Mediterranean, Vegan, and Paleo, compare to “MyPlate”? 

What’s on 

Your Plate? 

This presentation and discussion will address these questions, specific 

controversies, such as dietary preventable diseases. We will review 

macro-nutrient and micronutrient information of whole foods. 

Then, you decide what might be missing from your plate or 

what you might want to remove from it. 


SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 

Plants of the South Bay 

Have you ever wondered about the trees, bushes and plants you 

see on the streets, lawns, business parks and open fields of the 

South Bay as you drive by? Or are they just “plants”? Some of 

these trees and bushes have colorful histories from the Wild West, 

the Middle East, or Medieval times. Some are good to eat, some 

are toxic, and some are just plain obnoxious, destroying sidewalks 

or displacing native species. They all influence the climate, the air 

we breathe, and the 

look of Southern 

California. Come 

and learn more about 

the plants of the 

South Bay. 

Howard Manning is 

a retired Cal/OSHA 

safety engineer with 

an MS in Safety from 

USC. He has been a gardener, naturalist and forager for over 50 

years. He is a past member of the Northern Nut Growers Association 

(NNGA). For several years, he owned and operated “Harvestin 

Howard LLC” which manufactured acorn tortilla chips, elderberry 

jelly, and a related comic book. 

Dr. Connie Vadheim, who has a passion for and a specialty in native 

plants, will join us during one of the class sessions. She will also 

treat us to a docent tour of Mother Nature’s Backyard in the 

Gardena Willows Wetlands. 

Instructor: Howard Manning, 

Community Expert 

Guest Lecturer: 

Connie Vadheim, Ph.D. 

CSUDH Emeritus Faculty, Biology Dept. 

4 Tuesdays 

September 6, 13, 20, 27 

1:30pm – 3:30pm 


Fee: $15 





• Goodyear Blimp Base Tour, 

Friday, September 9 

9:00am – 10:30am 



COMPUTER WORKSHOPS 

Instructor: La Margo Washington, 

OLLI Member, Computer Networks 

Consultant 

6 Mondays 


Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 

1:30pm – 3:30pm 


Fee: $20 

Class is limited to 18 students 

Note: This class will focus ONLY on 

Windows-based devices, not Apple. 



Computers 101 for Seniors 

(Windows version) 

This class is designed for the seniorbeginner 

to develop basic skills 

required to use their Windows-based 

personal computers (PCs, not 

Apple products). The class 

assumes that you have 

some limited exposure to 

Windows-based PC’s, laptops, 

tablets and smartphones (not flip phones). 

Topics will include how to use the Internet, uploading and 

downloading photos and videos, voice texting and, if time permits, 

Skyping. (Skyping is a way to have FREE video phone calls with 

friends and family). 

You may bring your own working mobile devices and appropriate 

power adapters. Make sure you have current user names and 

passwords for accounts such as email, Skype, Facebook, etc. 

By the end of class, you will be ready for online shopping in time 

for Black Friday (November 25) and Cyber Monday (November 28, 

the first Monday after Black Friday). These are the busiest shopping 

days for deals and discounts in the US! 

Instructor: Betsey Duffes 

OLLI Member, Computer Trainer 

3 Wednesdays 

November 16, 23, 30 

10:00am – 12:30pm 


Fee: $20 

Class is limited to 10 students 



Budgeting with Excel 

NEW! 

Creating a dynamic budget for your small business or home can 

be expensive when you buy software. Why not save that money by 

using the Excel that you already have on your computer? 

This class is for those with a rudimentary knowledge of computers. 

You will learn the basics of budgeting and Excel including data 

entry, formatting cells and writing basic formulas. At the end of 

the course you will have a personal 

budget template that you will be able 

to take with you for your own use at 

home or office. 

Prerequisite: prior experience working on 

a computer but no specific experience 

with Excel is required. 


COMPUTER WORKSHOPS 

Advanced Video Recording 

and Editing 

NEW! 

In this class, students will continue work on the video project 

started in the Introduction to Video Recording and Editing, 

and/or bring in another video on which they have been working. 

This class builds upon and extends knowledge gained in the basics 

class. Whether you use an iPad, iPhone, webcam, videocam or 

other device to capture your videos, the techniques of video 

recording and editing remain the same. This class will advance 

your knowledge of the principles to create great videos for yourself, 

your family and – the world! 

Students are encouraged to bring their own portable electronic 

devices, or to bring a flash drive with their videos on it and work on 

the Windows computers in the lab. 

Prerequisite: Introduction to Video Editing and Recording course or 

equivalent experience with the Adobe Editing program. 

Instructor: Norman Morris 


Photographer and Videographer 

4 Wednesdays 

November 23, 30 

December 7, 14 

1:30pm – 3:30pm 


Fee: $20 

Class is limited to 18 people 



Upcoming Special Events 

Save The Dates! 

• Osher Lecture Series: 

The History of 

Classical Music from the 

Renaissance to 

Modern Times 

Wednesday, October 26 

12:30pm – 2:00pm 

• Peninsula Symphony 

Orchestra 

Sunday, October 30 

7:00pm – 9:00pm 

(See page 30) 


BUSINESS AND FINANCE 

Instructor: Vickie Intriago 

CFP, ® CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER 

CSUDH Alumna 

2 Tuesdays 

November 29 

December 6 

1:30pm – 3:30pm 


Fee: $10 



Building Blocks to a 

Retirement Income Plan 

NEW! 

Retirement is changing. Learn how to develop your retirement 

income plan by discovering various potential income sources. Learn 

to match expenses with potential income sources. Develop an 

investment strategy that is suitable for you and your circumstances. 

This information–rich course introduces you to concepts and practices 

that will help you spend your retirement comfortably and in 

control of your finances. 

Vickie Intriago is a Registered Representative. Securities are offered 

through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. 

Instructor: John C. Pak 

CFP ® RIFP ® 

Thursday 

September 15 

10:00am – 12:00pm 





Do Men and Women Manage 

Money Differently? 

NEW! 

Saving, investing, budgeting, insuring and protecting assets are 

financial management tasks that have no gender. Yet men and 

women face different challenges when it comes to their money. 

You will learn that the fundamental basics of managing money are 

the same for everyone, but there are tremendous gender differences 

in knowledge, temperament, and attitude toward money. 

This course will introduce a variety of issues men and women face 

when planning for their future and how to 

secure confidence and comfort in retirement 

regardless of gender. 

John C. Pak is a Certified Financial 

Planner and a Retirement Income 

Certified Professional with 17 years of 

experience in the financial industry. 

He actively spearheads community 

outreach, promoting financial and 

retirement literacy by conducting 

workshops and seminars through 

local colleges, libraries, and lifelong 

learning centers in Los Angeles 

County. 


BUSINESS AND FINANCE 

Medicare 101 

NEW! 

Medicare doesn’t provide coverage for all health needs. Because 

of that, the typical retiree with Medicare currently spends about 

$4,600 a year on health care expenses, according to an AARP 

study. And what happens if you don’t enroll? Get in-depth 

information about the various parts of Medicare — which 

include Part A-for hospitalization coverage, Part B-for physicians’ 

coverage, Part C-Medicare Advantage, and Part D-the prescription 

drug program — what they will and won’t cover, and how and 

when to enroll. John will also discuss 2016 updates and changes 

to the program. 

John C. Pak is a Certified Financial Planner with 17 years of 

experience in the financial advisory industry. He actively spearheads 

community outreach initiatives with local colleges, public libraries, 

and lifelong learning centers in Los Angeles County to promote 

financial literacy and empowerment through workshops and 

seminars. 

Instructor: John C. Pak 


Wednesday 

November 2 

10:00am – 12:00pm 





Upcoming Special Event 


• A Taste of Olli Celebration, 


1:00pm - 4:00pm 






DISCUSSION GROUPS 

Facilitators: See Discussion Leaders 

4 Thursdays 

September 8, October 13, 

November 3, December 1 

10:00am – 12:00pm 


Fee: Free to OLLI Members 



The Thursday Morning Book Club 

We will read and discuss these selected books. Some questions to 

consider might be: How well has the author made his/her point(s)? 

What surprised you about a character(s) or the ending? How does 

the story relate to today’s ideas and lifestyles? Bring your own 

beverage; group members will provide snacks. 

Thursday September 8 

Twelve Years a Slave is the true story of Solomon Northup, born 

and raised a freeman in New York. He lived the American dream, 

with a house, wife and two kids. Then one day he was drugged, 

kidnapped, and sold into slavery in the deep south. These are the 

true accounts of his twelve hard years as a slave. His extraordinary 

journey proves the resiliency of hope and the human spirit despite 

the most grueling and formidable of circumstances. 

Discussion Leader: Eula Slater, Refreshments by Sally Moite 

Thursday October 13 

The Nature of the Beast, by Louise Penny. Nine year-old Laurent 

Lepage cries wolf almost daily: alien invasions, walking trees, 

winged beasts in the woods, dinosaurs in the village, his tales 

are so extraordinary no one can possibly believe him. When he 

disappears the villagers are faced with the possibility that one of his 

tall tales might have been true. A frantic search sets off events that 

lead to murder, and the discovery of an old crime, an old betrayal 

and an old poet. Discussion Leader: Norma Howard, 

Refreshments by Midori Yamasaki 

Thursday November 3 

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, by Mark 

Hadden. Christopher knows all the countries of the world and their 

capitals and every prime number up to 7,057. He relates well to 

animals but has no understanding of human emotions. He cannot 

stand to be touched. And he detests the color yellow. This improbable 

story of Christopher’s quest to investigate the suspicious death 

of a neighborhood dog makes for one of the most captivating, 

unusual, and widely heralded novels in recent years.Discussion 

Leader: Valerie Dingwall, Refreshments by Myra Reed 

Thursday December 1 

A Few of the Girls is a glorious collection of the very best of 

Maeve Binchy’s short story writing, all filled with her signature 

warmth and humor. Her work is filled with wisdom, common sense 

and insight. Discussion Leader: Shirley Drake, Refreshments by 

Norma Howard 



The Surveillance State: 

Big Data, Freedom and You 

NEW! 

Have you ever felt that your need for privacy was superseded by 

the government’s need to know? This Great Courses Lecture Series 

on DVD by Paul Rosenzweig, J. D., explores the delicate balance 

between transparency and the value of the freedoms on which 

America was founded. Mr. Rosenzweig will discuss how our ever 

changing surveillance programs are struggling to function within 

the bounds of the law. 

Paul Rosenzweig, J.D., is a cum laude graduate of University of 

Chicago Law School. He lectures on cybersecurity law and policy 

at George Washington University Law School. He asks the thought 

provoking question “Can technology, security and civil liberty coexist 

in the digital age?” Be a part of the discussion group to get a 

close up view of what information is being gathered on the average 

American citizen. 

During this lecture series you will delve into topics covering everything 

from the legal framework for surveillance, to the structure 

of the U.S. intelligence community, to the myriad technologies 

that capture and analyze data such as drones and cell phones. 

The course offers a framework for answering many of the 

security questions you already have, such as ‘Who watches the 

watchers?’ and ‘Who actually owns the data collected?’. While 

Mr. Rosenzweig’s lectures may not fully answer these and other 

question that arise regarding this subject, he does offer tools and 

examples to assist your ability to understand and draw your own 

conclusion to these issues. Take steps toward empowering your 

future by being part of this discussion group. 

Facilitator: Jeffrey Jones 


6 Mondays 

September 12, 19, 26 

October 3, 10, 17 

10:00am – 12:00pm 


Fee: $20 



Session #1 

1) Security, Liberty, or Neither 

2) The Charlie Hebdo Tragedy 

Session #2 

3) East Germany’s Stasi State 

4) Surveillance in America 

Session #3 

5) Failing to connect the dots on 9/11 

6) The U.S. Spy Network in Action 

Session #4 

7) Big Data’s Shadow 

8) Some Problems with Privacy 

Session #5 

9) Under Observation: 

The Panopticon Effect 

10) Drones, Drones Everywhere 

Session #6 

11) Biometrics: Eyes, Fingers, 

Everything 

12) Hacking, Espionage, and 

Surveillance 



Facilitator: Jeffrey Jones 


6 Mondays 

September 12, 19, 26 

October 3, 10, 17 

1:30pm – 3:30pm 


Fee: $20 



Session #1 

1) Freedom and Technological 

Change 

2) Privacy and Virtual Surveillance 

Session #2 

3) Privacy at Home 

4) Privacy on the Street 

Session #3 

5) The Privacy of Travelers 

6) Privacy and National Security 

Session #4 

7) Privacy in the Courtroom 

8) Privacy in the Police Station 

Session #5 

9) Privacy in Electronic 

Communications 

10) Privacy in cell Phones 

and Computers 

Session #6 

11) The Internet and the 

End of Forgetting 

12) Follow-Me Advertising Online 

Privacy, Property, and Free Speech: 

Law and the Constitution 

in the 21st Century 

NEW! 

With the invention of full body scans, the recording of our cell 

phone conversations and hacks into ‘the cloud’, you have come 

to realize that your privacy is being invaded most of the time. This 

Great Courses Lecture Series on DVD by Professor Jeffrey Rosen 

provides a comprehensive guide to the legal issues that surround 

your constitutional right to privacy. 

Professor Rosen is a summa cum 

laude graduate of Harvard College 

and also graduated from Yale Law 

School. He is a Professor of Law at 

The George Washington University 

Law School. The Los Angeles 

Times has referred to him as “the 

nation’s most widely read and 

influential legal commentator.” 

By participating in this lecture 

series you will be made aware of 

ways you can protect yourself from 

some of the privacy risks in our 

electronically interconnected daily lives, and gain more informed 

opinion about modern day digital conveniences. 



• Robinson Helicopter Company 

2 Thursdays, November 17 or December 1 

12:45pm – 2:00pm (See page 27 for details.) 


FIELD TRIPS 

NOTE: All OLLI field trips require a minimum $5 fee for operating expenses. Check the field trip description 

for any additional expenses that may be incurred on-site. (OLLI members are required to sign a waiver 

prior to participating in field trip activities.) 

Long Beach Museum of Art 

The museum was originally built as a summer home in 1912 by 

wealthy philanthropist Elizabeth Milbank Anderson, whose family 

was connected to the Borden Company, and the Chicago, Milwaukee 

& St. Paul Railroad. Milbank family members were important 

figures in the industrial history of the U.S. The family also left its 

mark on the educational and medical institutions of the country. 

The Museum’s permanent collection includes approximately 3,000 

paintings, drawings, sculptures, works on paper, and decorative 

arts objects. Particular strengths include American 

decorative art objects, early 20th century 

European art, California 

Modernism, and 

contemporary art 

of California. 

NEW! 

Docent-led tour: Lisa Marsh 


11:00am – 12:00pm 

Participants will meet at the museum 

at 10:45am 

Long Beach Museum of Art 

2300 East Ocean Blvd. 

Long Beach, CA 90803 

562-439-2119 

www.lbma.org 

Fee: $5 

Must register by November 23 

Donations accepted at the museum 

Limited Free Parking in Museum lot; 

metered parking on street 



The Rancho Los Cerritos 

Ranch and Gardens 

Eleven cogged stones were discovered at the Rancho in 1930, 

representing the earliest presence of Native Americans in the area. 

The Rancho’s history covers the period of 2000-3000 BC, and from 

500 AD to the present. Rancho Los Cerritos was designated a State 

Historic Landmark in 1988. The Rancho’s history includes the 

Mexican-American War, California becoming a U.S. territory, the 

discovery of gold, statehood; 

the arrival of sheep in the 

state; the Civil War; floods and 

droughts; land sold became the 

city of Bellflower, placed on the 

Historic Properties and National 

Historic Landmark. 

View the Gardens 

rancholoscerritos.org/gardens 

NEW! 

Docent-led tour: Jan Schaeffer 


11:00am – 12:00pm 

Participants will meet at 10:45am in 

the parking lot 

Rancho Los Cerritos 

4600 Virginia Rd. 

Long Beach, CA 90807 

562-206-2040 

www.rancholoscerritos.org 

Fee: $5 

Must register by September 15 

Donations accepted at the museum 

Parking is free. 




FIELD TRIPS 

NOTE: All OLLI field trips require a minimum $5 fee for operating expenses. Check the field trip 

description for any additional expenses that may be incurred on-site. (OLLI members are required to sign a 

waiver prior to participating in field trip activities.) 

Docent: Priscilla Tasker 

Airship Public Relations Specialist 

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company 

Goodyear Blimp Base 

19200 S. Main Street 


www.goodyearblimp.com 

1 Friday 

September 9 

9:00am – 10:30am 

Fee: $10 



Goodyear Blimp Base 

Goodyear’s blimp base in Carson, California opened in January 

1968 and covers 27 acres. It has been home to eight Goodyear 

blimps since then but with just three different names: the Columbia, 

the Eagle and the Spirit of America. Every day, more than a 

million commuters drive past the base just to catch a glimpse of the 

Blimp — a phenomenon local Angelenos call “The Blimp Effect”. 

Join OLLI for a behind-the-scenes tour of the base. Visit a hangar 

and view a blimp up close. Hear stories about flying the blimp from 

one of the pilots. Learn about “blimp science,” and more! 

This field trip involves a lot of walking, so wear comfortable, 

closed-toe shoes. 

NEW! 


FIELD TRIPS 

NOTE: All OLLI field trips require a minimum $5 fee for operating expenses. Check the field trip 

description for any additional expenses that may be incurred on-site. (OLLI members are required to sign a 

waiver prior to participating in field trip activities.) 

Urban Hiking 

Walkers, get your gear together! We will be taking four urban 

hikes. The first meeting will be at CSUDH. We meet in a 

classroom for an introduction, sign waivers and receive information 

on the locations of the other three urban hikes. Then we will take 

our first urban hike 

on the CSUDH campus. 

The other hikes 

will be in the South 

Bay. These hikes will 

be low-impact on flat 

or gently rolling sidewalks 

or pathways. 

Wear a hat, durable 

shoes, sunscreen, 

and bring water. 

Hiking Guides: Janice Champion 

and Lori Davidson-Fox, 

OLLI Members 

4 Mondays 


November 7, 14 

9:00am – 11:00am 


Fee: $10 



Robinson Helicopter Company 

Robinson Helicopter makes up to five (5) series of helicopters for 

Police Departments, Military, TV/News Stations and also can be 

used for Rescue Missions. Robinson Helicopter is the Rolls Royce 

of helicopters. Come learn how Robinson produces helicopters 

and see the various types of helicopters of the Robinson Helicopter 

Company up close and personal. 

All attendees must 

wear close-toed 

shoes. Please be 

advised that the 

tour involves a 

considerable 

amount of walking. 

Participants are 

responsible for their 

own transportation. 

Docent-led Tour 

2 Thursdays (select only one) 

November 17 or December 1 

12:45pm – 2:00pm 

Robinson Helicopter Company 

2901 Airport Drive (near Crenshaw 

and P.C.H.) in Torrance, CA 90505 

www.robinsonheli.com 

Parking: free parking on a first-come, 

first-served basis. 

Limit: 12 visitors per section 

Fee: $5 



November 17 



December 1 


SPECIAL EVENTS 

Thursday 

December 8 

1:00pm - 4:00pm 


(Auditorium) 

Fee: $10 

Seating is limited, please register by 

November 23rd 



A Taste of OLLI Celebration 

Join us on Thursday, December 8, 2016 for the A Taste of OLLI 

Celebration and Membership Drive. There will be fun, prizes and 

refreshments as we celebrate OLLI. 

We will have a return engagement from the OLLI Players and a new 

routine! Check out the complete videos on the OLLI Facebook Page 

of last year’s OLLI Players’ performance during the OLLI Celebration. 

Friends don’t let Friends 

miss out on OLLI! 

Interested in experiencing a taste of OLLI before enrolling as a 

member? The OLLI Celebration is a great way to get to know us. 

By now, your friends know how much you enjoy your membership 

in OLLI@CSUDH and all the lifelong learning opportunities 

it has to offer. Why not invite a friend to join you, as your guest, 

when attending the Taste of OLLI Celebration? Our belief is once 

your friend gets a taste of OLLI, they’ll want to become a member 

and continue learning with us as we continue to create our Shared 

Adventures! 






A Poetry Slam with 

Joslyn’s Poetry Circle 

NEW! 

Fall Poetry Slam at the Joslyn Community Center 

Slam or Sedate Poems Welcome! Come join Dr. Patricia Cherin, 

CSUDH Professor Emeritus of Interdisciplinary Studies, for our 

always fun event. 

OLLI members are invited to participate by reading their own poetry 

or reading a favorite poem. Dr. Cherin notes that it’s important 

for all OLLI members to know that any kind of poetry is welcome. 

Music, refreshments and enjoyment for all! 

Friday 

October 7 

10:00am – 12:00pm 

Participants will meet at the 

Joslyn Community Center 


Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 

Free to OLLI members. Please register! 



Save The Dates! 

• Fun and Games 

6 Fridays 

September 16, 30, October 14, 

28, November 15, December 2 

10:00am – 12:00 pm 

(See page 13) 



Sunday, October 30 

7:00pm – 9:00pm 

Peninsula Symphony Orchestra 

Redondo Union High School 

1 Sea Hawk Way 

Redondo Beach, CA 90277 

www.pensym.org/ 

Parking is free. 




Wednesday, October 26 

12:30pm – 2:00pm 

Osher Lecture Series at CSUDH 

(See page 6) 

Extended Education Auditorium 

EE-1213 

Free to OLLI members. 

The History of Classical Music 

from the Renaissance to Modern Times 

The history of classical music from the Renaissance to modern times 

with sound bites and an optional field trip to a free symphony 

orchestra performance. 

Sophia Momand, M.D., will give a campus Osher Lecture on 

classical music on October 26, 12:30 - 2:00pm. She performs cello 

with and currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Peninsula 

Symphony Orchestra. In addition, Dr. Momand has established her 

own orchestra ensemble called The Corelli Ensemble, which performs 

free baroque music concerts for the public. 

Then on October 30, 2016 everyone will have the chance to listen 

to classical music by attending the Peninsula Symphony Orchestra’s 

50th Anniversary Celebration at 7:00pm in the Redondo Union 

High School Auditorium. 

Please note the special Osher lecture time for the Student 

Health and Psychological Services staff physician Sophia 

Momand. All her lectures will be during her lunch hours 

12:30 - 2:00pm. 


OLLI’s Peer-led 

Program— 

Omnilore 

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, 

Omnilore is OLLI’s peer-led group, a 

learning-in-retirement community 

of approximately 300 seniors who 

organize study/discussion groups on 

dozens of diverse topics that are 

conceived, planned, and directed by 

the members. Omnilore is open 

to active OLLI members who seek 

intellectual stimulation and the 

challenge of shared inquiry. 


PEER-LED CLASSES (Omnilore) 

Before registering in the peer-led 

program, an orientation session 

is required. Please RSVP to 

(310) 215-1848 at least 3 days prior. 

Directions and parking information 

will be provided. 

Orientation dates 

for Spring 2016 have passed. 

Beach Cities Health Center 

Lower Level Suites A & B 

514 N. Prospect Ave. 

Redondo Beach, CA 90277 

www.omnilore.org 

Directions and parking information 

will be provided. 

OLLI’s Peer-led (Omnilore) Orientation 

The peer-led program of OLLI at CSUDH is known as Omnilore. 

The study/discussion group is the core of the peer-led program. 

Within the group, each member participates by choosing a topic 

related to the subject under study, doing research on it and then 

presenting the information to the group. Some study/discussion 

groups are structured around a book, which all members read 

and discuss as part of the meetings. Groups meet for two hours 

twice each month, 8 meetings for a total of 16 hours. The exact 

time of each class is set by the participants. 

Please note that the books listed for each course are only possible 

candidates. Do not buy any until the pre-meeting and a decision 

on the common reading is made. 

Holiday periods are adapted to by individual class voting. 

Call (310) 215-1848 for more details and payment information, 

or visit the Omnilore website at www.omnilore.org. 

Fall classes start in September and end in December, and 

Spring classes start in January and end in April. 

The Forum (Speaker Luncheon) 

The Forum is a special luncheon held by Omnilore (OLLI’s peer-led 

learning group) every quarter which features a speaker on a 

variety of topics. It is a social as well as an educational event. Open 

to members and non-members, it is necessary that reservations be 

in 10 days prior to the event. Cost is $22. Speakers have included 

best-selling authors, public affairs experts, college professors, 

magazine and newspaper columnists, music, art and food experts, 

librarians as well as many other specialists. 

For further information or to make a reservation for attendance, 

please e-mail Forum@Omnilore.org. 

Questions? Contact Forum Chair Lori Geittmann: (310) 316-1729. 



Omnilore Topics Offered For Spring 2016 

Please note that the books listed for each course are only possible 

candidates. Do not buy any until the pre-meeting and a decision 

on the common reading is made. 

Classes start September 1, 2016 

and end December 30, 2016 

Holiday periods are adapted to by 

individual class voting. 

(ART) Women Artists Through The Ages 

Common Reading: TBD 

Cassatt, Kahlo, O’Keefe and Grandma Moses 

are familiar names to most people. But what 

about Renaissance painter Lavinia Fontano? Or 

silversmith Louisa Courtauld? Sculptor Marcello? 

Rosa Bonheur, Bettye Saar, Lee Krasner, 

Berenice Abbott, Josepfa de Ayala, 

Elisabeth Virgee-Lebrun and many, many more 

have been major contributors to the artistic 

archives of various culture and eras. Explore 

the lives and creative output of some of these 

neglected artists. (We say “some” because there 

are far more women artists than can be covered in 

one Omnilore term!) But let’s dig in and see what 

treasures we find! 

(AVG) Average Is Over 

As computers put an ever-higher premium on expertise, what does 

the future hold for the workforce in the next generation or two? It 

has been said that with Communism, “We pretend to work, while 

they pretend to pay us.” It could equally be said of Capitalism that 

“We work hard enough to not be fired, while they pay us just 

enough so we don’t quit.” But what happens when laying off the 

average worker raises productivity and profit? 

Possible discussion topics: changes in the workforce, tiny houses 

and minimal lifestyles, varieties of education, the evolving social 

contract. 

Common Reading: 

Average is Over: Powering America 

Beyond the Age of the Great 

Stagnation, by Tyler Cowen 

(paperback, August 2014) 



Common Reading: TBD 

(BAS) U.S. History Through Baseball 

Recently, the president of Cal Lutheran University, Tom Hoffarth, 

began teaching a history course using the history of baseball as the 

medium. He explains his premise that you can teach U.S. history 

through baseball here: www.dailynews.com/sports/20160219/ 

hoffarth-baseball-history-class-comes-straight-from-the-topat-cal-lutheran 

“If you want to understand America, you’ve got to understand a 

little bit about baseball,” the 60-year-old said, who grew up in New 

England as a Boston Red Sox fan. “And if you want to understand 

baseball, you’ve got to understand its history.” 

This S/DG would follow Hoffarth’s lead and examine the beginnings 

and development of our national pastime in order to review and 

learn about our own history (and that of other nations, e.g. Cuba, 

Nicaragua…) since the 1830s. 


American Character – A History 

of the Epic Struggle Between 

Individual Liberty and 

Common Good 

by Colin Woodard 

(March 2016) 

(CUL) Reconciling America’s Cultures 

The American political scene is an embarrassing mess! Understanding 

the various perspectives and underlying value structures extant 

around the country is key to working our way out of this mess 

because compromises must be reached. First, the American population 

has been divided in foundational ways from colonial times 

with each group emphasizing different values, individualistic or 

communitarian, and different concepts of freedom. The USA is not 

a unitary society or nation-state as are some admired countries in 

Europe. Second, we have never resolved the enormous racial issues 

residual from plantation slavery. Third, the interaction of political 

structures and economic entities has become distorted and even 

corrupt. Fourth, the process by which we select and empower elected 

officials needs simplification and reform. Certainly we do not 

have one-person-one-vote. Fifth, the relevancy of all political parties 

has become questionable. 

This S/DG will review the cultural history of those who settled North 

America, how these cultures vary over the country, and the many 

conflicts that have always taken place. Then we will examine the 

different sets of values held most strongly by different portions of 

the “political spectrum.” Finally, we will examine selected proposals 

for improving our process. Maybe, we can find something realistic 

and plausible to improve our situation. 



(EXT) At The Existentialist Cafe: 

Freedom, Being And Apricot Cocktails 

Portraits of the leading philosophers and writers who embodied 

the movements of 20c thought known as existentialism and 

phenomenology including Sartre, Camus, Jaspers, Heidegger, 

de Beauvoir and others. Using biographical narratives, the author 

examines not the large impersonal ideas, but the varied and 

conflicting truths found in the stories of individual lives. 

During the turbulent mid-century, these thinkers emphasized the 

experience of making choices and the wider question of what it 

means to be in the world at all. 


At the Existentialist Cafe: Freedom, 

Being and Apricot Cocktails with 

Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de 

Beauvoir, Albert Camus, Martin 

Heidegger, Maurice Merleau-Ponty 

and Others by Sarah Bakewell 

(March 2016) 

(FOM) Future of Marriage 

The nature of marriage and its place in American society is changing. 

Marriage, the time-honored way of promoting the interests 

of children, no longer works for many Americans. Nearly half of 

all marriages fail; more than 40% of American children are born 

to single mothers. Much of this change is due to economic factors. 

Marriage still works for the upper middle and higher income 

families, but not for those who are unskilled. This was foretold by 

Daniel Patrick Moynihan 50 years ago. A recent book, Growing 

Apart by Charles Murray, documented how all this is leading to a 

bifurcation of the country. This S/DG will examine the changing 

nature of marriage and ways in which greater unity and better lives 

for all children might be enhanced. 


Marriage Markets – How 

Inequality Is Remaking 

the American Family, 

by June Carbonne and Naomi Cahn 

(May 2014) 




The Blue Zones Solution: Eating 

and Living Like the World’s 

Healthiest People, by Dan Buettner 

(April 2015) 

(HEA) Healthy Eating And Living 

In his latest book, The Blue Zones Solutions, Dan Buettner reveals 

how to transform your health using smart eating and lifestyle 

habits gleaned from new research on the diets, eating habits, 

and lifestyle practices of the communities he’s identified as “Blue 

Zones”—those places with the world’s longest-lived, and thus 

healthiest, people, including locations such as Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, 

Italy; Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula; Ikaria, Greece; and Loma 

Linda, California. 

Readers will be inspired by the specific stories of the people, foods, 

and routines of our healthy elders; understand the role community, 

family, and naturally healthy habits can play in improving our diet 

and health; and learn the exact foods— including the 50 superfoods 

of longevity and dozens of recipes adapted for Western 

tastes and markets—that offer delicious ways to eat your way to 

optimum health. Throughout the book are lifestyle recommendations, 

checklists, and stories to help you create your own personal 

Blue Zones solution. 


Dearie: The Remarkable Life 

of Julia Child, by Bob Spitz 

(paperback April 2013) 

(JUL) Julia Child: A Remarkable Life 

The Food Network and celebrity chefs are so common place now 

that we forget who got this trend started….Julia Child. Born in 

California, she reached out for challenges with intelligence, vitality, 

creativity and humor. After attending an Ivy League college on the 

East Coast, she joined the OSS during WWII and served overseas. 

While in Paris with her diplomat husband, Paul, she became the 

first woman to enroll in the famous Cordon Bleu School of Cooking. 

Her cook book, The Art of French Cooking, changed the 

perspective of modern cooking. Later, her pioneering cooking show 

on television would capture a nation of housewives and lead to the 

current interest in cooking and food. The suggested book is well 

documented and highly reviewed about all areas of her life. 

Possible presentation topics: Cooking schools and the competitive 

nature to enroll; women in the OSS of WWII; any number of celebrity 

chefs; economics of the food craze; how Michelin and Zagat 

star ratings are awarded; television and food; food critics, etc. 



(LIV) Be Here Now – Living A Mindful Life 

There is growing evidence that correlates the action of paying 

attention to your present moment with a reduction in stress, an 

increase in emotional intelligence, a growing sense of optimism and 

well-being, and an increase in neuroplasticity of the brain. It isn’t 

surprising that Beach Cities Health District is offering Mindfulness 

events and classes in their effort to promote health and wellness in 

the beach cities. 

This S/DG will be a chance to look into mindfulness-based emotional 

intelligence, what is it, how does one do it, why should one 

do it, and what scientific evidence supports it. We will use the 

book highly recommended by Gloria Kamler, a faculty member of 

the UCLA Mindfulness Awareness Research Center, entitled Search 

Inside Yourself. Written by Chade-Meng Tan, one of Google’s earliest 

engineers and now the head of GoogleEDU’s Personal Growth, 

it lays out a well-designed and tested way for development and 

application of emotional intelligence. 


Search Inside Yourself: The Unexpected 

Path to Achieving Success, 

Happiness (and World Peace) 

by Chade-Meng Tan 

(September 2014, paperback) 

(MAN) Neanderthal Man: 

In Search Of Lost Genomes 

Who were the Neanderthals and why did they disappear within a 

short time after our species arrived? What were the consequences 

of our interbreeding with them? Can we learn anything about their 

extinction that might help our species not to do the same? In this 

S/DG we will examine current scholarship on the Neanderthals, 

including societal and genetic differences and similarities between 

them and our Homo sapiens species at the time. 

Our common reading tells the story of geneticist Svante Pääbo’s 

mission to answer this question: what can we learn from the 

genomes of our closest evolutionary relatives? Beginning with the 

study of DNA in Egyptian mummies in the early 1980s and culminating 

in the sequencing of the Neanderthal genome in 2010, 

Neanderthal Man describes the events, intrigues, failures, and 

triumphs of these scientifically rich years through the lens of the 

pioneer and inventor of the field of ancient DNA. 


Neanderthal Man: In Search of 

Lost Genomes, by Svante Pääbo 

(February 2014) 




Mystery Writers of America 

Presents Vengeance 

edited by Lee Child (April 2013) 

(MYS) Mystery Writers of America 

Presents Vengeance 

This is a book edited by Lee Child, a master mystery writer himself, 

with each story more intense than the other. All stories have vengeance 

as a major theme but with many twists. This collection has 

a little something for everyone and each story leads to a righteous 

and deserved vengeance. Some of the writers are veteran mystery 

writers: Lee Child, Dennis Lehane, Michael Connelly and many new 

writers that are very exciting. These are stories about people that 

have been wronged and can’t wait for justice. Many take the law 

into their own hands. There are 21 stories and each is great. These 

are stories to set you on the edge of your chair. 


The Oregon Trail: 

A New American Journey 

by Rinker Buck 

(June 2015) 

(ORE) The Oregon Trail: 

A New American Journey 

You’ve heard about the Oregon Trail but don’t know much about 

it? Travel with retired journalist Rinker Buck, his boisterous brother, 

Nick, and an “incurably filthy” Jack Russell terrier named Olive Oyl 

as their wagon pulled by three cantankerous mules follows the 

ruts of the original Oregon Trail from St. Joseph, Missouri to the 

western end of the Trail. Buck’s research, based on letters of the 

emigrants, introduces readers to the largely forgotten roles played 

by trailblazing evangelists, friendly Indian tribes, female pioneers, 

the scam artists who flocked to the frontier to fleece the overland 

emigrants, and historic landmarks along the way. This is history and 

a picture of present-day Middle America entertainingly written by a 

master storyteller. 



(PAC) The Pacific Ocean: A Biography 

The Pacific Ocean – it consumes “almost one entire hemisphere,” 

occupies 64 million square miles and measures 10,000 miles from 

Panama to Palawan. 

Come learn the enthralling story of the Pacific and its role in the 

modern world. The Mediterranean shaped the classical world; the 

Atlantic connected Europe to the New World; the Pacific Ocean 

defines our tomorrow. With China on the rise, so, too, are the 

American cities of the West coast: Seattle, San Francisco, and the 

towns of the Silicon Valley. We’ll explore those, and travel the Bering 

Strait to Cape Horn, the Yangtze River to the Panama Canal, 

and to islands and archipelagos in between. We’ll observe the fall 

of Manila’s dictator, visit aboriginals in Queensland, and spend time 

imprisoned in Tierra del Fuego, the land at the end of the world. 

We’ll trek down the Alaska Highway, then to the isolated Pitcairn 

Islands, to both Koreas. Join us on this marvelous trip. 


Pacific: Silicon Chips and 

Surfboards, Coral Reefs and Atom 

Bombs, Brutal Dictators, Fading 

Empires, and the Coming Collision 

of the World’s Superpowers 

by Simon Winchester (October 2015) 

(RAD) Listening In: 

Radio and The American Imagination 

Radio brought us together as a nation in the ‘30s and ‘40s. It conveyed 

a sense of what was happening, rather than what had happened. 

We had a role in completing the picture, in giving meaning 

to the broadcasts. Radio required us to use our imagination, not 

only as individuals, but as a nation. Our goal will be to listen to a 

selection of recorded programs representing different types of listening: 

news, thrillers, drama, comedy, and sports. Some recordings 

will be historic, such as Orson Welles, War of the Worlds or FDR’s 

fireside chat on the eve of war with Japan. Others will be episodes 

from favorites such as Edgar Bergen and Charlie McCarthy; Jack 

Benny; Amos ‘n’ Andy; The Lone Ranger; Dimension X and The 

Shadow. 

Presentations might include: history of radio development; how we 

use radio; how radio shaped our ethnic, racial, and gender stereotypes; 

what makes listening appealing and understandable, such as 

sound effects. 


Listening In: Radio and the 

American Imagination 

by Susan Douglas (February 2004) 




Ron Howard: From Mayberry to the 

Moon...and Beyond 

by Beverly Gray (March 2003) 

(RON) Ron Howard: From Mayberry 

To The Moon…And Beyond 

Ron Howard: From Mayberry to the Moon...and Beyond is the first 

full-length biography of Ron Howard. Here’s an opportunity to 

take an in-depth look at the Oklahoma boy who gained national 

fame as a child star and then grew up to be one of Hollywood’s 

most admired directors. The class members will choose one of his 

many movies for their presentation - films such as: Splash, Cocoon, 

Apollo 13, A Beautiful Mind, In the Heart of the Sea to mention a 

few. The films will be viewed by all prior to the presentations date 

and will answer questions for class discussion generated by the 

presenter. We will learn that Howard loves the challenge of exploring 

different genres: domestic comedies, fantasies, sci-fi, suspense 

thrillers, historical dramas and big budget action films. No question 

that we loved seeing his rise to fame. The best part is that he is still 

making films for audiences today. 


Rain: A Natural and Cultural 

History, by Cynthia Barnett 

(April 2015) 

(RSC) Rain – Science And Cultural 

Rain becomes a topic of conversation whenever we have too much 

or too little. We welcome rain as long as it doesn’t spoil our picnic 

or parade. The serious lack of rain is remembered in ‘the dust bowl’ 

and in areas without clean water access. Yet, countless floods and 

water damage is linked with rain during hurricanes and rivers overflowing 

from rain and snow melt. This S/DG would look at the scientific 

aspects of rain and efforts to control it or the water it brings 

forth along with the cultural aspects that evolved over history from 

raincoats to rain dances to diviners. 

Possible presentations include: water rights issues in California; 

de-salinization efforts; bottled water usage, current efforts to clean 

water in emerging countries; drought management; and rain water 

run-off options. 



(RUS) Unresolved Conflicts 

In The Former USSR 

Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, conflict in the former USSR 

has been a key concern for international security. This S/DG will 

study the violent conflicts within a region that contains all the 

modern ingredients for instability and aggression. It will examine 

current debates in international relations about power, interests, 

globalization, and the politics of identity as major drivers of contemporary 

war. Incidents such as the 2008 Russo-Georgian conflict, 

the wars in Chechnya, and Russia’s struggles over national identity 

and resources with the Ukraine and Moldova over the Crimea and 

the Trans-Dniester will provide ample material for presentations 

and discussions. With new issues like energy security, terrorism and 

transnational crime, and older tensions between East and West 

threatening to deepen once more, this is an important subject for 

addressing international security. 


Putin’s Wars: The Rise of 

Russia’s New Imperialism 

by Marcel H. Van Herpen 


(SAR) The Quartet: Orchestrating 

The Second American Revolution, 1783-1789 

The success of the American Revolution in 1781 secured the 

independence of the thirteen American colonies. The Articles of 

Confederation adopted shortly thereafter was not the creation of 

a nation so much as it was a mutual security pact between the 

thirteen newly sovereign entities. In our common reading, Joseph 

Ellis explores how a small group of prominent leaders were able to 

lead the transformation from a loose confederation of states to a 

nation-size republic. Ellis focuses on four of these transformational 

leaders: George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and 

James Madison. Along with several others (Robert Morris, Gouverneur 

Morris, and Thomas Jefferson) they managed to diagnose the 

dysfunctions of the existing system, force a calling of the Constitutional 

Convention, set the agenda in Philadelphia, orchestrate the 

debates in the various ratifying states, and draft the Bill of Rights to 

ensure state compliance with the constitutional settlement. Join us 

as we review the achievements of these men and this period, which 

Ellis argues is perhaps the most creative and consequential act of 


The Quartet: Orchestrating 

the Second American Revolution 

1783-1789 

by Joseph Ellis (May 2015) 




At the Edge of Uncertainty: 

11 Discoveries Taking Science by 

Surprise, by Michael Brooks 


(SCI) At The Edge Of Uncertainty: 

11 Discoveries Taking Science By Surprise 

Using Michael Brooks’ new book, At the Edge of Uncertainty, this 

S/DG will explore 11 paradigm-shifting theories at the frontier of 

what we think we know, plus stem cells, antibody treatment of 

malignancies, and nanotechnology--both biological and industrial. 

These discoveries are at the cutting-edge of science in areas that 

are far from settled; just a few years ago, these mind-bending ideas 

did not seem possible. From the idea of “chimera,” human/animal 

tissue combinations, to the realization that time as we experience 

it may be just an illusion, these ideas give pause to scientists and 

philosophers alike. We will meet scientists who were ridiculed for 

ideas and experiments that are now taken seriously. We will encounter 

scientists who were surprised by the conclusions to which 

their work led them. In the process, we will see how science makes 

paradigm-shifting leaps, discarding previously accepted “gold standard” 

ideas for new mind-altering theories. 


The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye, 

by Sonny Liew (March 2016) 

(SGN) Singapore and A Graphic Novel 

Did you read comic books as a child? If so you might like to try 

the adult analogue, the graphic novel. This course will look at the 

recent history of Singapore, a very interesting place itself, though 

the words and drawing of a unique book. Part graphic novel, part 

art book, part narrative essay, The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye is 

a look at Singapore unlike any other before. By reflecting on the life 

and work of a comic creator whose career spanned half a century, 

the book comments wryly on Singapore’s past and present while 

honoring comics as a storytelling medium. This book is a #1 seller 

on Amazon’s Art of Comics and Manga. Presentation topics could 

relate to Singapore as well as other aspects of graphic novels or different 

graphic novels. 



(SHK) Shakespeare: All The World’s a Stage… 

With players standing and with a few props, we propose to do 

reading walk-throughs of Henry VI, Part 2 (continuing our excursion 

through the 8 contiguous History plays, this being the 6th), 

Cymbeline, and Macbeth — subject to affirmation at the premeeting 

in August. Class members will learn how to research all 

perspectives of Shakespeare’s works — sources upon which the 

Bard builds rich characters and enhances the plots, how to play 

each character “in character,” themes, symbols, images, motifs, 

and commentary on issues of the day. Members will leave this class 

with a fuller understanding of the masterful story construction, 

realistic characters with depth and humanity, and the rich, 

evocative language which have earned William Shakespeare the 

title of greatest writer in the English language. 


Selected Plays 

(TFS) The Fatal Shore 

For 80 years between 1788 and 1868 England transported its 

convicts to Australia. This punishment provided the first immigrants 

and the work force to build the colony. Using diaries, letters, and 

original sources, Hughes meticulously documents this history. All 

sides of the story are told: the political and social reasoning behind 

the Transportation System, the viewpoint of the captains who had 

the difficult job of governing and developing the colonies, and of 

course the dilemma of the prisoners. This is a very thorough and 

accurate history of Australian colonization written by the Australian-born 

author of the book. Possible topics for further research 

and discussion could include: differences between Melbourne and 

Sydney; who were the convicts; the political and cultural circumstances 

of transporting convicts to Australia; the Aboriginal Australians; 

how does the convict history affect Australians now; relationship 

then and now between Australia and Great Britain. 


The Fatal Shore: 

The Epic of Australia’s Founding 

by Robert Hughes 

(paperback, February 12, 1988) 




The Great Divide: Unequal Societies 

and What We Can Do About Them 

by Joseph Stiglitz (April 2015) 

(TGD) Stiglitz: The Great Divide 

This S/DG is based on The Great Divide by Nobel Prize winning 

economist Joseph Stiglitz. It is composed of focused writings published 

over the past seven years, with each group introduced by a 

new chapter explaining and updating these analytical articles. The 

themes of his diagnosis are the reasons for the changing economic 

conditions of the last thirty years, the economics of increasing 

disparity, the nexus between the vicious circle of political inequality 

and economic inequality, the handling of the 2008 financial crisis, 

policy prescriptions and lessons from other countries. 

We will discuss Stiglitz’s analysis of the causes and solutions for the 

increasing divide in the United States. This should make for intense 

and lively debates. 


William Trevor: 

The Collected Stories 

(paperback, 1993) 

(WTS) William Trevor Short Stories 

Irish author William Trevor is best-known for his short stories. Tim 

Adams, a staff writer for The Observer described him as “widely 

believed to be the most astute observer of the human condition 

currently writing in fiction.” According to The New Yorker, “Trevor 

is probably the greatest living writer of short stories in the English 

language.” 

The characters in Trevor’s stories are usually those who cannot 

accept the reality of their lives and create alternative worlds into 

which they retreat. The author’s wry humor offers the reader a 

tragicomic version of the world. 

You will find that one reason that short story S/DGs are so popular 

is the fascinating differences in interpretation by your presenters 

and classmates. 


UNIVERSITY COURSES for OLLI Members 

A program for OLLI members who want to 

participate in University courses. 

Eligibility to enroll in regular campus courses through the OLLI 

University program for a significantly reduced fee is one of the 

membership benefits of OLLI at CSUDH. 

The OLLI University program allows individuals to enroll in regular 

campus classes without being admitted to the University. Transcripts, 

application and other documentation are not required. However, 

instructor permission is required to participate in a course, and 

OLLI University students are accepted on a space available basis. 

The regular Open University fee is $266 per unit, but OLLI 

members may audit courses for only $30 per unit. 

The process is easy. 

1. Pick up an Open University class schedule from the 

Extended Education Registration office. 

2. Find the course you would like to enroll in. 

3. Fill out the registration forms in the Open University 

class schedule. 

4. Bring the completed registration form to the first class 

meeting and ask the instructor to sign the form. 

5. Then return the signed and completed form to Extended 

Education Registration office and pay fees. 

6. You will be enrolled in the course on an audit basis 

and receive an “AU” on transcript for the course. 

Note: Enrollment as an auditor 

means the student does not take tests 

or complete graded assignments. 

At the discretion of the instructor an 

auditor may be required to participate 

in classroom activities. 

You are invited to view the 

Open University Class 

Schedule online by visiting the 

Extended Education website at 

www.csudh.edu/ee 

OLLI members may audit campus 

courses for $30 per unit. 


FALL 2016 OLLI @ CSUDH INSTRUCTORS 

Mohsen Beheshti, Ph.D. 

Chair, Computer Science 

Department, CSUDH 

Brian Gregor, Ph.D. 

Associate Professor, 

Philosophy, CSUDH 

Janice Champion 

OLLI, Curriculum Committee 

& Newsletter Member, 

Travel Buddy – On the Move 

Riders Club 

Amlan Chatterjee, Ph.D. 

Assistant Professor, Computer 

Science Department, CSUDH 

Linda Groff, Ph.D. 

Emeritus Faculty, Political Science 

Department, CSUDH 

Elyse Gura 

OLLI and Curriculum Committee 

Member 

Patricia Cherin, Ph.D. 

Emeritus Faculty, 

Interdisciplinary Studies, CSUDH 

Chet Hanley 

Retired teacher, program coordinator 

and administrator for the Los Angeles 

Unified School District 

Lori Davidson-Fox 

OLLI Ambassador and 


Vickie Intriago 

CFP, ® CERTIFIED FINANCIAL 

PLANNER , CSUDH Alumna 

Valerie Dingwall 

OLLI and Curriculum Committee 

Member 

Jeffrey Jones 

OLLI Ambassador, OLLI Curriculum 

Committee and 

Event Committee Member 

Betsey Duffes 

Airline Disability Rights 

Consultant, OLLI and 

Curriculum Committee 

Member, Computer Trainer 

Judy Jones 

OLLI member, Adjunct Professor, 

San Diego Community College 

District 

Joy Jurema, RN, MHA 

Wellness Advocate 

and OLLI Member 


FALL 2016 OLLI @ CSUDH INSTRUCTORS 

Matthew S Luckett, Ph.D. 

Coordinator, HUX Legacy 

Program, Lecturer, Department 

of History, CSUDH 

Howard Manning 

Community Expert 

Donald Means 

OLLI & Event Committee 

Member, Social Tennis 

for Seniors’ Coach 

Gary Rhodes, Ph.D. 

Associate Dean, International 

Education and Senior International 

Officer CEIE, CSUDH and Director, 

Center for Global Education 

Maria Ruiz 

OLLI member, a District 

Toastmasters Qualified Speaker; 

and the “drama guru” at the 

Joslyn Center. 

Eula Slater 

OLLI Ambassador, OLLI Curriculum 

Committee & Event Committee 

Member, Registered Dietician 

Dr. Sophia Momand, M.D. 

Staff Physician, Board Certified 

in Family Practice, Student 

Health and Psychological 

Services, CSUDH 

Norman Morris 

OLLI Member, Photographer 

and Videographer 

Stephen Sloane, Ph.D. 

OLLI member, Emeritus Faculty 

and Dean at Saint Mary’s College 

of California 

Gilbert D. “Gil” Smith, Ph.D. 

Founder, former mayor and councilmember 

of the City of Carson, 

CSUDH Founders’ Award 

Askia Muwwakkil 

Holistic Practitioner and 

Motivational Speaker 

Frankie Stewart, M.A. 

OLLI member, CSUDH Alumna 

John C. Pak 


La Margo Washington 

OLLI Member, Computer Networks 

Consultant 


CHRONOLOGICAL LIST OF COURSES 

Date Day Time Location Class Title Pg # 

NOTE: Classes in Bold indicate first meeting 

30-Aug Tue 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1213 OLLI Open House 1 

2-Sep Fri 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

6-Sep Tue 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

6-Sep Tue 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1221 Plants of the South Bay 17 

7-Sep Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1217 Casual Gardening 13 

8-Sep Thu 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 The Thursday Morning Book Club 22 

8-Sep Thu 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1222 Living Well for Older Adult Health Series 16 

9-Sep Fri 9:00am-10:30am Off Campus Goodyear Blimp Base 26 


9-Sep Fri 10:00am-12:00pm Joslyn Osher Lecture Series-Manhattan Beach 7 

12-Sep Mon 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 The Surveillance State: Big Data, Freedom 

and You 23 

12-Sep Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1221 Privacy, Property and Free Speech: 

Law and the Constitution 24 



13-Sep Tue 3:30pm-5:30pm Levy Osher Lecture Series-Torrance 8 

14-Sep Wed 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1213 Osher Lecture Series-Campus 6 


15-Sep Thu 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Do Men & Women Manage Money 

Differently 20 



16-Sep Fri 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Fun and Games 13 


and You 23 

19-Sep Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1221 Privacy, Property and Free Speech: Law and 

the Constitution 24 




22-Sep Thu 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

Tennis Courts = CSUDH Tennis Courts 

EE = Extended Education Building, CSUDH 

Levy = Levy Adult Center in Torrance 

Joslyn = Joslyn Community Center in Manhattan Beach 







23-Sep Fri 10:00am-12:00pm Joslyn Osher Lecture Series-Manhattan Beach 7 


and You 23 

26-Sep Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1221 Privacy, Property and Free Speech: Law and 




27-Sep Tue 3:30pm-5:30pm Levy Osher Lecture Series-Torrance 8 

28-Sep Wed 12:30pm-2:00pm EE-1213 Osher Lecture Series-Campus 6 


29-Sep Thu 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 Let’s Read a Play! 11 



30-Sep Fri 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Fun and Games 13 

3-Oct Mon 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 The Surveillance State: Big Data, Freedom 

and You 23 

3-Oct Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1221 Privacy, Property and Free Speech: Law and 


4-Oct Tue 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

4-Oct Tue 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1205 Crocheting for Health 14 

5-Oct Wed 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

5-Oct Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1217 Casual Gardening 13 

6-Oct Thu 11:00am-12:00pm Off Campus The Rancho Los Cerritos Ranch & Gardens 25 

7-Oct Fri 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

7-Oct Fri 10:00am-12:00pm Joslyn Osher Lecture Series—Manhattan Beach 

(A Poetry Slam with Joslyn’s Poetry Circle) 7&29 


and You 23 

10-Oct Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1221 Privacy, Property and Free Speech: Law and 












11-Oct Tue 3:30pm-5:30pm Levy Osher Lecture Series-Torrance 8 

12-Oct Wed 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 Let’s Read a Play! 11 

12-Oct Wed 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1213 Osher Lecture Series-Campus 6 


13-Oct Thu 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 The Thursday Morning Book Club 22 

13-Oct Thu 10:00am-12:30pm EE-1205 Classic Jazz 101 10 

13-Oct Thu 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1217 Aging Gracefully 14 


14-Oct Fri 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Fun and Games 13 


and You 23 

17-Oct Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1221 Privacy, Property and Free Speech: 

Law and the Constitution 24 







21-Oct Fri 10:00am-12:00pm Joslyn Osher Lecture Series-Manhattan Beach 7 

24-Oct Mon 9:00am-11:00am EE-1221 Urban Hiking 27 

(First meeting only) 

24-Oct Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1202 Computers 101 for Seniors 

(Windows Version) 18 



25-Oct Tue 3:30pm-5:30pm Levy Osher Lecture Series-Torrance 8 

26-Oct Wed 12:30pm-2:00pm EE-1213 Osher Lecture Series-Campus 6&30 













28-Oct Fri 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Fun and Games 13 

31-Oct Mon 9:00am-11:00am Off Campus Urban Hiking 27 

31-Oct Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1202 Computers 101 for Seniors (Windows Version) 18 

1-Nov Tue 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

1-Nov Tue 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1205 Crocheting for Health 14 

2-Nov Wed 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Medicare 101 21 

3-Nov Thu 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 The Thursday Morning Book Club 22 

3-Nov Thu 10:00am-12:30pm EE-1205 Classic Jazz 101 10 

4-Nov Fri 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

4-Nov Fri 10:00am-12:00pm Joslyn Osher Lecture Series-Manhattan Beach 7 

7-Nov Mon 9:00am-11:00am Off Campus Urban Hiking 27 

7-Nov Mon 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1202 Computers 101 for Seniors (Windows Version) 18 



9-Nov Wed 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1213 Osher Lecture Series-Campus 6 


14-Nov Mon 9:00am-11:00am Off Campus Urban Hiking 27 




16-Nov Wed 10:00am-12:30pm EE-1202 Budgeting with Excel 18 

16-Nov Wed 1:30pm-4:00pm EE-1205 Traveling by Air with a Disability, 

Health Issue or Special Need 15 


17-Nov Thu 12:45pm-2:00pm Off Campus Robinson Helicopter Company 28 

18-Nov Fri 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

18-Nov Fri 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Fun and Games 13 









21-Nov Mon 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 Let’s Read a Play! 11 





23-Nov Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1202 Advanced Video Recording and Editing 19 

28-Nov Mon 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 Let’s Read a Play! 11 



29-Nov Tue 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1205 Building Blocks to a Retirement 

Income Plan 20 

29-Nov Tue 3:30pm-5:30pm Levy Osher Lecture Series-Torrance 8 


30-Nov Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1202 Advance Video Recording and Editing 19 

1-Dec Thu 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1221 The Thursday Morning Book Club 22 

1-Dec Thu 12:45pm-2:00pm Off Campus Robinson Helicopter Company 28 

2-Dec Fri 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

2-Dec Fri 10:00am-12:00pm EE-1205 Fun and Games 13 

2-Dec Fri 10:30am-1:00pm EE-1222 I want to eat healthier—Now how do I get 

& 1910 Café more plant-based food in my diet? 15 

6-Dec Tue 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

6-Dec Tue 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1205 Building Blocks to a Retirement Income Plan 21 

7-Dec Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1202 Advance Video Recording and Editing 19 

8-Dec Thu 1:00pm-4:00pm EE-1213 A Taste of OLLI Celebration 28 

9-Dec Fri 9:00am-11:00am Tennis Courts Social Tennis for Seniors 12 

14-Dec Wed 1:30pm-3:30pm EE-1202 Advance Video Recording and Editing 19 

15-Dec Thu 11:00am-12:00pm Off Campus Long Beach Museum of Art Field Trip 25 






OLLI Sponsors and Volunteers 

OLLI is Looking for Volunteers 

If you want to get involved with the university, joining an OLLI 

committee is a wonderful way to make this happen. OLLI is a 

volunteer organization that depends on the involvement of its 

membership to function and grow. We are looking for individuals 

that would like to lend their skills to the day-to-day administration 

of classes, and to planning courses, activities, and publications. 

Five OLLI committees currently exist, and they are… 

Newsletter Committee: members of this committee will publish 

one newsletter each semester: spring, summer and fall. Members 

will write articles for the letter, covering topics such as recent or 

upcoming events, focus on a class, focus on a member, etc. 

Members will also publish a flyer each semester to publicize OLLI 

for the Marketing Committee. 

Marketing Committee: members develop a marketing plan, advertising 

and choosing the appropriate media to promote OLLI. This 

may involve distributing flyers, holding campaigns and contacting 

newspapers with notices of OLLI news and events. 

Event Planning Committee: members are responsible for planning 

special events at OLLI. The special events include the Members 

Meeting, held in the spring, the OLLI Celebration, held in the fall, 

the Juneteenth celebration held in the summer, and other events 

throughout the year. 

Ambassador Committee: members assist with special events, 

reminder phone calls, special mailings, survey reviews, etc. Committee 

members support OLLI instructors in class and represent OLLI at 

designated South Bay events. Committee members are also responsible 

for greeting OLLI members at meetings and special events. 

Curriculum Committee: members develop ideas for courses, 

lectures, computer workshops, discussion groups, and field trips, 

identify instructors from CSUDH faculty, community experts, and 

OLLI members. Develop class schedules, and publish the OLLI catalog 

each semester. 

Other skills are needed and everyone brings valuable knowledge 

and experience to the organization. Look for calls for volunteers, 

or call our OLLI office at (310) 243-3208 to say that you are 

interested in becoming an OLLI volunteer. 

OLLI Sponsors 

& Contributors 

OLLI at CSUDH Invites 

Sponsors and Contributors 

CSUDH, through the Osher Lifelong 

Learning Institute, provides collegelevel 

experiences and activities to 

community residents 50+ years of 

age who become members. 

Individuals, businesses, and 

organizations who wish to support 

the goal of expanding OLLI programs 

to meet the intellectual and social 

needs of older learners, please contact 

the OLLI office at (310) 243-3208 or 

Olli@csudh.edu to discuss a taxdeductible 

donation or sponsorship. 

Become a friend of OLLI! 

Donate your time 

and expertise. 


DIRECTIONS AND PARKING at CSU Dominguez Hills 


Dominguez Hills is located at: 



Main Campus Phone Number: (310) 243-3696 

Extended Education Office Phone Number: (310) 243-3737 

Parking 

Annual Parking 

Passes are 

available to OLLI 

Members for only 

$20.00. Call the 

OLLI office at 

(310) 243-3208. 

All vehicles that 

park on campus 

must display a valid parking permit. If 

you do not have an OLLI Parking Pass, 

please note that daily parking permits 

can be purchased for $6 at one of the 

many yellow boxes near the parking 

lots using cash, debit or credit card. 

Permits must be displayed face-up 

on your dashboard. 

OLLI members may wish to explore 

options other than traveling to the 

CSUDH campus in their own vehicle. 

• Car pooling 

• Public transportation 

• The Carson Circuit (shuttle). 

Call (310) 835-0217, x 1489 

for more information. 

Directions for reaching our campus by car: 

Our campus is located within five minutes of the 91, 110 and 405 

freeways, which makes travel to campus convenient no matter 

where you are coming from. 

From the Los Angeles Civic Center: 

110 South to Artesia Freeway (91) east to Avalon Blvd. 

Take Avalon Blvd. south to Victoria Street, turn left. 

The entrance to campus is a right turn at Tamcliff Avenue. 

From Santa Monica: 

10 East to San Diego Freeway (405) south toward Long Beach. 

Exit at Vermont Avenue off-ramp. Turn left (east) at the end of 

the off-ramp onto 190th Street. Follow 190th east approx. two 

miles to the campus (190th becomes Victoria Street). The 

campus entrance is a right turn at Tamcliff Avenue, the second 

traffic signal past Avalon Blvd. 

From San Bernardino: 

10 West to San Gabriel Freeway (605) south. Take Artesia Freeway 

(91) west toward Redondo Beach. Take the Central Avenue 

exit and turn left; turn right onto Victoria Street. The campus 

entrance is a left turn at Tamcliff Avenue, a traffic signal. 

From San Fernando Valley: 

405 South/101 East – Follow the San Diego Freeway (405) south 

toward Long Beach. Exit at Vermont Avenue off-ramp. Turn 

left (east) at the end of the off-ramp onto 190th Street. Follow 

190th east approx. two miles to the campus (190th becomes 

Victoria Street) The campus entrance is a right turn at Tamcliff 

Avenue, the second traffic signal past Avalon Blvd. 

From Anaheim: 

5 North to Artesia Freeway (91) west toward Redondo Beach. 

Take the Central Avenue exit and turn left; turn right onto 

Victoria Street. The campus entrance is a left turn at Tamcliff 

Avenue, a traffic signal. 

PARKING LOT 3 is the preferred parking lot for OLLI members. 


EXTENDED ED CLASSROOMS MAP 

Important Announcement: 

Renew Your OLLI Membership 

To participate in OLLI courses your membership must be 

current. The cost is only $30 for an annual membership. 

If your membership has lapsed, please sign up as soon as 

possible. If you aren’t sure whether your membership is 

current, call the OLLI office at (310) 243-3208. Please make 

checks payable to CSUDH. 


TAMCLIFF AVE. 

CENTRAL AVE. 

25. (SHC) STUDENT HEALTH CENTER 

26. (LSU) LOKER STUDENT UNION 

30. (SBS) SOCIAL AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES 

MATHEMATICS 

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DOMINGUEZ HILLS PARKWAY 

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INTERNATIONAL AVE. 

Parking 

Lot 1 

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Parking 

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TORO CENTER DR. 

BIRCHKNOLL DR. 

UNITY DRIVE 

UNIVERSITY 

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TENNIS 

COURTS 

SOFTBALL 

FIELD 

BASEBALL 

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ACTIVITY 

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Parking 

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ROLLER 

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Campus Map 

Legend 

Streets and Roads 

Pedestrian Access/Sidewalks 

86 Building I.D Symbol 

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Parking Ticket Dispenser 

$6 – All Day Pass 

Information Center 

Building I.D. Number & Name 

1. (SCC-1) SMALL COLLEGE COMPLEX 1 












14. (COE) COLLEGE OF EDUCATION 

20. (LIB) LEO F. CAIN LIBRARY 

23. (WH) JAMES L. WELCH HALL 

40. (LCH) LACORTE HALL 

45. (UT) UNIVERSITY THEATRE 

50. (NSM) NATURAL SCIENCES AND 

60. (GYM) GYMNASIUM 

61. (FH) FIELD HOUSE 

63. (SP) SWIMMING POOL 

70. (BLDG A) PUEBLO DOMINGUEZ SH-1 

71. (BLDG X) PUEBLO DOMINGUEZ SH-2 

80. (FS) FACILITIES SERVICES 

87. (CP) CENTRAL PLANT 

100. (SAC-1) SOUTH ACADEMIC COMPLEX 1 



104. (SAC-4) CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF 

MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE LABS 

106. (EE) EXTENDED EDUCATION CENTER 

MATHEMATICS AND SCIENCE 

107. (CAMS) CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF 

111. BASEBALL/SOFTBALL STORAGE 

116. (EAC) EAST ACADEMIC COMPLEX 

120. (CDC) CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 

121. (ITC) INFANT TODDLER CENTER 

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OLLI Classrooms, Extended Education Building 

OLLI Administrative Office, Welch Hall 

Information Booth VICTORIA ST. 

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Library 

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CHARLES WILLARD ST. 

BEACHEY PL. 

GLENN CURTIS ST. 


OLLI FALL 2016 

Instructor Profiles 

Amlan Chatterjee, Ph.D. 

Desktop Supercomputers 

Dr. Amlan Chatterjee graduated from the 

University of Oklahoma with a Ph.D. in 

Computer Science in December 2014. Prior to 

moving to Oklahoma, he completed his M.S. 

in Computer Science from the State University 

of New York at Buffalo, and Bachelor of Technology in Computer 

Science & Engineering from West Bengal University of Technology 

in India. Dr. Chatterjee’s research interests are primarily in the areas 

of high-performance computing and big-data, with potential collaborative 

work across multiple disciplines. His current projects involve 

analyzing large graphs, specifically online social networks, using commodity 

multi-core hardware such as graphics processing units (GPU). 

Dr. Chatterjee is also a professional member of IEEE and ACM. 

Brian Gregor, Ph.D. 

Virtue, Vice, and the Pursuit 

of Happiness 

Dr. Gregor teaches courses in the history of 

philosophy, philosophy of religion, and religious 

studies. His research concerns the relation 

between religious faith and human subjectivity. 

This interest has motivated his work in post-Kantian Continental 

philosophy (especially in such figures as Kierkegaard, Bonhoeffer, and 

Ricoeur), as well as his interest in ancient and medieval models of 

ethical and religious formation. His first book, A Philosophical Anthropology 

of the Cross: The Cruciform Self (Indiana University Press, 

2013), focuses on philosophical interpretations of the cross and their 

significance for understanding what it means to be human. He is currently 

working on the sequel, which will focus on religious practice 

and the art of living. 

Chet Hanley 

JAZZ: An American Treasure 

Chet Hanley, retired, 37-year teacher, program 

coordinator, and administrator for the Los 

Angeles Unified School District. Former lecturer 

in the College of Education, CSUDH. Currently 

a lecturer for DHTV at CSUDH, teaching a class 

entitled Jazz in the Modern Era, which is broadcast on Cable Station 

LA36, and the internet. 

Fall Open House Guest 

Brenda Lee Eager 

Singer, Songwriter and Playwright 

Tuesday, 

August 30 

10:00am – 

12:00pm 

CSUDH Campus, 

Auditorium, 

EE-1213 

Brenda is an inspired songwriter who 

has written songs recorded by Aretha 

Franklin, Ray Charles and Prince. 

She is also a gifted vocalist, and has 

performed with some of the most 

important artists in American music 

history: Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, 

Donny Hathaway, Roberta Flack, 

Graham Nash and the inimitable 

Ray Charles. 

Like so many other greats, Brenda 

began her musical career in church. 

With a secure partnership between 

her music and her spiritual path, 

she moved to Chicago and landed 

the coveted female lead with Jerry 

Butler’s Motown group, and was 

featured in his famous hits “Ain’t 

Understanding Mellow” and “(They 

Long To Be) Close To You.” 

What makes Brenda such a powerful 

writer and lyricist is her understanding 

of the relationship between 

storytelling and the song. Every song 

retains a compelling narrative – a 

deep sense of humanity encapsulated 

in the melody and lyric. 

Brenda has also penned several 

theatrical shows, and collaborated 

with Catherine Kinsman and Ben 

Dowling to write the musical Spiral, 

about civilization and its relationship 

with nature and indigenous cultures. 

“My music is a reflection of the 

spiritual lessons that I practice in my 

life, expressed in stories of magic, 

of vision and of love.”

2258 Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) 

College of Extended & International Education 

California State University, Domingues Hills 

1000 E. Victoria St, WH A-127 

Carson CA 90747 

OLLI 

OSHER 

LIFELONG 

LEARNING 

INSTITUTE 

Osher 

Lifelong 

Learning 

Institute 

Fall 2016 

Course 

Catalog 

September– 

December 

OLLI Open Houses 

Please join us and bring a guest to our OLLI open house to learn more about 

lifelong learning for retired and semi-retired adults. For more information 

or to RSVP contact OLLI at CSUDH online at www.csudhe.edu/olli or call 

(310) 243-32-08. You can also email us at olli@csudh.edu. 

Tuesday, August 30 

10:00am-12:00pm 

Extended Ed Auditorium (EE-1213) 

CSUDH Campus, Carson 

“Lifelong learning is a 

shared adventure” 

RSVP to (310) 243-3208, or by email to olli@csudh.edu by 

August 23, 2016. Directions and parking information will be provided.

Fall 2016 OLLI Catalog

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